Motorcycles are among the most efficient ways to run errands, get around, or even wind up a busy week. More people continue to embrace motorcycling as a sport and preferred means of transport. In fact, some of our attorneys are riders too.
Unfortunately, there are always two sides to a coin, as is the case with motorcycling, too. Most bikers lack reliable safety equipment and gear to cushion them from serious injuries or death in case of a crash.
If you’ve been injured after a motorcycle accident, you should seek medical care, then contact a motorcycle accident lawyer in Bellaire to see whether you can pursue compensation from the party responsible for your wreck.
Motorcycle Injury and Fatality Statistics
According to a Motorcycle Safety report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists are about 28 times more likely than passenger car occupants to die in a motor vehicle crash and were 5 times more likely to be injured.
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Types of Injuries in Bellaire Motorcycle Accidents
Many of the injuries following a Bellaire motorcycle accident leave a permanent mark in the minds, body, and hearts of victims. They include:
Road Rash
Wearing protective gear when riding a motorcycle may not be enough to fully protect you against road rash. Some low-quality clothing gets torn during impact as you slide against the tarmac and hard surfaces.
Though usually minor, road rash may be an agonizing experience and can also result in infection if left untreated.
Burns
Sometimes the engine gets ignited during impact, especially when gasoline leaks from a ruptured tank. But even if there’s no explosion or fire, a searing exhaust pipe may result in serious burn injuries when it comes into contact with your skin or other parts of the body.
First-degree and second-degree burns are the most common and usually require treatment to avoid infection.
Internal Organ Injuries
It’s not uncommon for motorcycle accident victims to suffer internal organ injuries. Many of these injuries occur during impact when the body is fully braced. Severe trauma may result in broken ribs or punctured lungs, kidneys, spleen, and more.
Internal bleeding is also common in motorcycle crashes. Unfortunately, sometimes it’s asymptomatic and is only apparent through a medical evaluation. So if you walked out of a crash believing you were unhurt, you should get yourself checked for internal body injuries to rule out these silent killers.
Broken Bones
Broken bones and fractures are perhaps the most common types of injuries following a Bellaire motorcycle accident. Riders and their pillion usually get toppled to the pavement during impact, stressing their hands and arms more than they should, thus resulting in fractures.
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Serious motorcycle crashes also result in traumatic brain injuries in two major ways. One, the brain may be ruptured by a foreign object, such as metals when they cut through the skull. This is known as penetrative injury.
The other way one may suffer brain damage is through blunt force trauma, as the head gets a direct hit from hard surfaces such as the road.
Depending on their severity, brain injuries following a Bellaire motorcycle accident may result in loss of cognitive functions as well as temporary or permanent paralysis.
Death
Motorcycle collisions with vehicles and bigger semi-trucks can be fatal. Even a standalone crash can have catastrophic consequences, especially if the rider was cruising at high speed.
Deaths in traffic accidents involving motorcycles often occur due to severe head trauma, brain damage, and internal organ damage. Since the deceased cannot pursue compensation, their surviving estate assumes the responsibility of finding justice on their behalf.
Amputation
Not all accidents result in temporary fractures or broken bones. Sometimes, victims may suffer the amputation of the arms or legs due to the force of sharp objects flying at high speeds or crush injuries caused by being trapped under something heavy.
Amputations may result in loss of independence and reduced enjoyment of life for the victim.
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal cord injuries following a Bellaire motorcycle accident often have ripple effects on the victim’s life. A severely damaged spinal cord means permanent paralysis and a lifetime of dependency for the injured person.
Even minor spinal cord injuries can result in untold suffering and medical costs. As a vital component of the skeletal and nervous systems, the spine protects the spinal cord and houses the nerves, bones, and blood vessels essential for optimal body functioning. Any form of trauma or damage can have devastating results.
Speak to Us About Your Motorcycle Injuries
If you suffer any of these injuries following a Bellaire motorcycle accident, call Lone Star Injury Attorneys right away. We may help you recover compensation for medical expenses, lost income, loss of enjoyment of life, and rehabilitation costs, among other damages.
Our personal injury attorneys are available 24/7 and are happy to listen to you for free.
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